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1. Silk cushion

John Lewis, £20. This accent piece is a luxuriously subtle way to channel the tangerine trend. 08456 049 049, johnlewis.com

2. 'Les patineurs' ('the skaters') print

Henri Matisse, £74.99. We love this silk-screen print's beautiful fluidity. 020 7183 1900, art.co.uk

3. Desk chair

Barkfurniture, £555. This citrussy seat matches modern contours to mid-century upholstery. mydeco.com

4. Suku ottoman bed

Made.com, £129. This occasional-chair-cum-fold-out-sofa-bed is as cunning as it is colourful. made.com

5. Pebble shower mat

Ziggi Ziggi, £20.50. Keep your grip on things – and zest up your bathroom décor – with this funky PVC mat. 01923 268 849, ziggiziggi.com

6. Vulcano coffee table

Poliform, from £754. Beam yourself up with this sci-fi-style moulded table available in matt or glossy lacquer. 020 7368 7600, poliformuk.com

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